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March 20 is a date to mark on your calendar as Assassin’s Creed Shadows finally emerges from the shadows into your gaming library. Depending on where you live and what system you’re using, the exact time this happens will vary.
If you’re on a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X, you can dive into the action right at midnight local time. Those on Windows PC face a few more hurdles, with various release times and potential time zone changes adding to the complexity. Good news for the eager among us, though: you can preload Assassin’s Creed Shadows to jump in as soon as it launches.
Curious about when exactly you can start playing? Here’s a detailed schedule based on your region and platform.
### When Will Assassin’s Creed Shadows Release in Your Area?
Assassin’s Creed Shadows rolls out on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, MacOS, and Windows PCs using platforms like Ubisoft Connect and Steam, each having its own set of release times.
To see exactly when it’ll be available in your corner of the world, continue reading.
#### PC Ubisoft Connect Release Timing
For those playing on PC through Ubisoft Connect, you’ll have different release times depending on your particular region.
#### PC Steam Release Timing
If you’re planning to play through Windows PC on platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GeForce Now, or Luna, you’ll be able to get started globally at 12 a.m. EDT on Thursday, March 20. Here’s how that translates to your local time:
#### MacOS Release Timing
Mac fans, take note: your release times for Assassin’s Creed Shadows will vary based on your region.
#### PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X Release Timing
Console gamers can begin their adventure at the stroke of midnight local time on March 20.
### Can You Preload Assassin’s Creed Shadows?
The answer is yes, Chief among the preparations for the March release is ensuring you’ve preloaded the game so that you’re not wasting a precious moment when the clock strikes release time. However, keep in mind there are three distinct preload times that depend on your platform of choice.
Firstly, you’ll need to have the game preordered. After that, check out the store page of your chosen platform, where you should see the option to preload.
